Wireless Technician

Perform advanced functions associated with the installation, integration, and maintenance of wireless equipment.

Responsibilities include:

• Install and maintain mobile test equipment.
• Perform database changes, repairs on all cell site components as well as wide area network equipment.
• Demonstrate ability to resolve difficult problems.
• Work with contractors on existing cell site reports to ensure work is being done to engineering specifications.
• Assist other technicians in monitoring and/or testing wireless network performance and/or resolving cell site problems.
• Additional responsibilities may include switch database changes, testing digital circuits and interpreting results.
• Assume 24 hour on call duty when assigned.
• Maintain an acceptable driving record and perform other duties as assigned by management.

• Wear appropriate safety equipment and follows established safety practices and procedures.
• Uses sophisticated electronic test equipment, measuring devices, meters and hand tools in analyzing, adjusting, installing, wiring, repairing, maintaining and testing wireless, transmission, and associated equipment.
• Performs required incidental and preventative maintenance on cell site, power equipment, transmission, and associated equipment, and completes necessary logs, reports and postings.
• Operates Personal Computer, or similar devices, to access required systems and equipment.
• Coordinates clearing of trouble with other groups and organizations and works with other employees and/or customers in the maintenance and installation of wireless service.
• Moves and/or lifts material weighing up to a maximum of 60 pounds and drives long distances safely to complete job assignments.
• Works independently, with minimal guidance or assistance.
• Provides instruction, assistance, and guidance to other technicians as required.
• Performs Network surveillance and emergency response as necessary. Normally required to be available for after-hours projects, on-call duty, and overtime.
• Drives company vehicle.

• Conduct collection and presentation of field data of wireless market as required.
• Perform basic grounding system maintenance.
• Basic knowledge of pertinent FCC/FAA/EPA/OSHA regulations.
• Perform manual or electronic cross connect functions.
• Perform translations, use software modification computer inputs to create, modify, and/or correct database contents, i.e. cell translations, microwave system analysis, Digital Cross Connect administration/operation.
• May be responsible for implementation of new services/technologies/equipment, as required.

• Be willing to work day, evening or night hours; overtime, emergency call-outs, weekends and holidays as required. Must assume 24-hour on-call duty when assigned.
• Must also have at least 2 years related technical training or equivalent experience or have minimum of 1-year time in title as Wireless Technician, or MSC/RNOC Technician.
• Requires valid state driver's license, or CDL, whichever is applicable, and satisfactory driving record check.
• Have the ability to drive a vehicle with manual gearshift.
• Be away from home location for extended periods of time.
• Work outside in all types of weather.

• Must have unimpaired hearing, able to communicate orally and via telephone.
• Ability to distinguish between colors, read printed material, lift/carry 60 pounds, climb stairs/ladders.
• Must be able to kneel, stoop, crouch, or work in other uncomfortable positions to accomplish tasks.
• Must have good hand/eye coordination and be able to work with hand tools.

Our Wireless Technicians earn between $18.80 - $51.46 per hour. With our amazing wage opportunities, our average starting earnings begin at $37,440.00 per year. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.

• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid Time off and holidays (With some exceptions bargained employees qualify for one week of PTO after 6 months of service and 2 weeks after the first year). At least 6 company designated holidays and…